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RECALL RECORD — CLASS IIRecall closedF-1686-2012/FDA enforcement
Pendleton Flour Mills, LLC·Food·Jun 5, 2012

Wheat Germ, Brand Name Pfm, Package in Bulk Tote, Approximately 1650 Lbs

What you need to know

Class II

  • What happened

    Wheat germ product is contaminated with metal fragments, approximately 0.5mm in diameter and range 3-15mm in length.

  • Health risk

    The product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote. Metal fragments can cause cuts, choking or internal injury if swallowed.

  • Action required

    Check the identifying codes below and stop using the product. Return it to the retailer for a refund or dispose of it safely, following the recall notice.

Recall closed · classified by the FDAIN, CA, OR, UTMore food

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Product identification

Source: FDA FOOD

Brand namePendleton Flour Mills, LLC
Recalling firmPendleton Flour Mills, LLCBlackfoot, ID, United States
UPC / barcodesNo UPC listed in the FDA enforcement record.
Lot / date codes
  • Date of Manufacture: 2/16/12, 2/17/12, 2/18/12, 2/19/12, 2/20/12, 2/21/12.
Distribution area
INCAORUT

Product was distributed to three consignees in CA, OR and UT.

United States

Quantity affected16 totes (approximately 25, 061 lbs)
Recall initiationFDA report date: July 11, 2012
FDA recall numberF-1686-2012

Beyond the headline

The recall, in context

Pendleton Flour Mills, LLC initiated this food recall on June 5, 2012. The FDA enforcement report states: Wheat germ product is contaminated with metal fragments, approximately 0.5mm in diameter and range 3-15mm in length. The FDA report lists distribution as: Product was distributed to three consignees in CA, OR and UT.

The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: Wheat germ product is contaminated with metal fragments, approximately 0.5mm in diameter and range 3-15mm in length.

Wheat Germ, Brand Name Pfm, Package in Bulk Tote, Approximately 1650 Lbs was made or distributed by Pendleton Flour Mills, LLC in Blackfoot, ID, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-1686-2012, dated July 11, 2012.

Why this is a Class II recall

Class II means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote. In this recall, metal fragments can cause cuts, choking or internal injury if swallowed.

FDA definition

The product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote.

What to do now

  1. 1

    Stop using it

    Do not eat, drink or take the affected product.

  2. 2

    Check the codes

    Compare the lot and date codes against the table above.

  3. 3

    Return or discard

    Contact the retailer or recalling firm about a refund, and dispose of the product safely.

Consumer safety guide

Metal contamination

Possible health effects

Metal fragments can cause cuts, choking or internal injury. Do not inspect or taste a suspect product.

Higher-risk groups

Children, older adults and anyone who may swallow a fragment without noticing are at greater risk.

What to do now

  1. 1Stop eating or using the product; do not try to find the fragment by tasting or chewing.
  2. 2Seek medical care if anyone has swallowed metal or has severe throat, chest or abdominal pain.
  3. 3Keep the packaging and contact the retailer or manufacturer about a refund.

This is general consumer safety information, not medical advice or a diagnosis. Follow the official recall notice and contact a healthcare professional if you have concerns about exposure or symptoms.

Frequently asked

Questions about this recall

What is the Wheat Germ, Brand Name Pfm, Package in Bulk Tote, Approximately 1650 Lbs recall?

Pendleton Flour Mills, LLC recalled Wheat Germ, Brand Name Pfm, Package in Bulk Tote, Approximately 1650 Lbs in an FDA Class II enforcement action reported as F-1686-2012. Wheat germ product is contaminated with metal fragments, approximately 0.5mm in diameter and range 3-15mm in length.

What should I do if I bought this product?

Check the identifying codes below and stop using the product. Return it to the retailer for a refund or dispose of it safely, following the recall notice. Stop eating or using the product; do not try to find the fragment by tasting or chewing. Seek medical care if anyone has swallowed metal or has severe throat, chest or abdominal pain. Keep the packaging and contact the retailer or manufacturer about a refund.

Is the Pendleton Flour Mills, LLC recall still active?

The FDA lists this recall as recall closed. It remains relevant if you still have the affected product or need to identify a historical recall.

Where can I verify this recall?

This page is normalized from the openFDA enforcement record F-1686-2012. You can verify it directly using the official source link on this page. VerifyRecall updates its index from public FDA enforcement data and does not replace advice from the FDA, the recalling firm or a healthcare professional.

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